TCBHIWAF Chapter 99

Chapter 99: So Bad Yet Loves to Watch

Afterward, the two returned to the living room with the snacks and placed them on the coffee table.

Lin Yu asked, “What movie should we watch?”

“Pick something more thrilling,” Ye Xingchen replied.

Lin Yu’s eyes darted around, and a mischievous idea popped into his head. He said, “Okay, then let’s watch a horror movie. Guaranteed to be thrilling.”

Upon hearing this, Ye Xingchen’s expression changed slightly, but not wanting to appear timid in front of Lin Yu, he could only bite the bullet and agree.

Lin Yu deliberately chose a horror movie known for its horror and eeriness – “The Grudge.”

The gloomy background music started, and the old, chilling Japanese house appeared on the screen. Ye Xingchen unconsciously gripped the sofa armrest, a hint of nervousness flashing in his eyes.

Lin Yu secretly glanced at him, the corner of his mouth slightly raised, inwardly pleased.

As the plot progressed, the terrifying scene of the sudden appearance of the female ghost made Ye Xingchen shudder, and the potato chips in his hand almost fell to the ground.

Seeing this, Lin Yu deliberately teased, “Oh, so our great CEO is afraid of ghosts?”

Ye Xingchen retorted stubbornly, “No… no way, I just wasn’t prepared.” However, his slightly trembling voice betrayed his inner fear.

The movie continued, and every terrifying scene made Ye Xingchen’s nerves tense, while Lin Yu watched with relish, occasionally scaring Ye Xingchen. The living room echoed with Ye Xingchen’s occasional exclamations and Lin Yu’s laughter.

The eerie atmosphere of the horror movie “The Grudge” spread wantonly in the dimly lit living room, and the bizarre sound effects seemed to penetrate the bone marrow.

Halfway through, Lin Yu suddenly stood up and said, pretending to be calm, “I’m going to the washroom.”

Ye Xingchen was immersed in the thrilling atmosphere created by the film, his heart in his throat, and he just nodded mechanically.

Lin Yu tiptoed toward the washroom, but as soon as he turned around, a wicked smile appeared on his lips.

He dawdled in the washroom for a while, estimating that the time was almost right, and then quietly returned to the living room.

At this time, only the faint light from the TV screen flickered in the living room. The curtains were drawn tightly, and not a single ray of light penetrated, as if the entire space was isolated from the outside world and filled with fear.

Lin Yu crouched down and tiptoed behind Ye Xingchen, his steps extremely light, like a ghost.

Ye Xingchen was completely immersed in the movie, unaware of the movement behind him.

Lin Yu seized the opportunity, suddenly reached out, and heavily placed his hand on Ye Xingchen’s shoulder, while shouting at the top of his voice, “The ghost is coming!”

“Ah—” Ye Xingchen was so frightened by this sudden shock that he screamed and jumped up from the sofa.

His heart beat wildly in his chest, as if it was about to burst through his chest.

He turned his head in horror, and after seeing that it was Lin Yu, he scolded angrily and fearfully, “You… you’re teasing me!”

Lin Yu laughed so hard that he couldn’t straighten up.

“Haha, look at you, you’re too timid.”

Ye Xingchen glared at him, but his body couldn’t stop trembling slightly. The fear of that moment was too strong, making it difficult for him to calm down for a while.

Seeing that Ye Xingchen was so frightened and his body was still trembling slightly, Lin Yu realized that his joke seemed to have gone a little too far.

He felt a little sorry, reached out and pulled Ye Xingchen’s hand, and said softly, “Come here, let me hug you.”

Ye Xingchen stubbornly turned his head away and snorted, “I won’t…” Before he could finish speaking, another terrifying sound effect struck, and he bit his lip, his eyes full of panic.

Lin Yu muttered, “I’m scared, okay? You hug me.”

Only then did Ye Xingchen slowly move toward Lin Yu, and after sitting down, tightly hugged Lin Yu’s waist, his whole body curled up in his arms like a frightened little rabbit.

Lin Yu looked helpless, gently tapped Ye Xingchen’s forehead, and chided, “Look at you, such a tall guy, so afraid of a horror movie. It’s all fake, you know that.”

Ye Xingchen buried his face in Lin Yu’s arms and said muffledly, “Don’t you know why I’m afraid?”

Of course, Lin Yu knew that Ye Xingchen’s parents divorced when he was a child, and he was left to his grandfather.

His grandfather was old and went to bed early, and he was often alone in the empty room at a young age.

In the dead of night, the occasional creaking sounds from the house would fill his young heart with fear. Over time, the fear of darkness and the unknown took root deeply.

He gently stroked Ye Xingchen’s head and comforted softly, “I know, I know, it’s okay, it’s okay, hug me, don’t be afraid.”

As he spoke, Lin Yu hugged Ye Xingchen tightly, wanting to use his warmth to dispel his fear.

Ye Xingchen, as if he had found a safe haven, snuggled closer into Lin Yu’s arms and wrapped his arms tightly around Lin Yu’s waist.

Lin Yu lovingly rested his chin on Ye Xingchen’s head, gently patting his back, and whispered, “It’s all over, now I’m here, I won’t let you face those scary things alone again.”

Ye Xingchen nodded slightly and responded softly, “Yeah, it’s good to have you.”

At this time, the horror movie was still playing, but those terrifying scenes seemed to no longer affect the two who were hugging each other tightly. Lin Yu’s embrace was like a solid barrier, isolating the fear.

……

The horror movie finally ended, and the credits slowly appeared on the screen.

Lin Yu just wanted to get up, but Ye Xingchen subconsciously became nervous and reached out to grab Lin Yu’s hand.

Lin Yu turned his head to look at him, smiled helplessly, and reached out to gently pat Ye Xingchen’s hand.

“It’s okay.” Then, he teased, “You’re just stubborn, so bad yet loves to watch.”

After speaking, Lin Yu walked to the window and “swished” open the curtains.

The sunlight poured in like a tide, sweeping away the remaining gloom in the room.

Ye Xingchen squinted his eyes, adjusting to the sudden brightness.

Lin Yu turned around, looked at Ye Xingchen, his eyes full of anticipation.

“Go to the music room, I want to hear you play the piano.”

Ye Xingchen was slightly stunned, then the corners of his mouth rose, revealing a faint smile. He stood up, took Lin Yu’s hand, and the two walked upstairs together.

The two came hand in hand to the music room, which was decorated in a simple and elegant style.

A Steinway antique piano stood quietly in the center, its ebony body gleaming with a dark light, and the delicate carvings reflected a soft luster in the sunlight.

Several portraits of classical music masters hung on the surrounding walls, as if telling the history and heritage of music.

Lin Yu walked straight to the window, pulled open the curtains, and then opened the window.

The fresh sea breeze came blowing in, carrying a faint fishy smell, making people feel refreshed.

Looking out, the vast sea sparkled, and the waves gently lapped against the shore, making a pleasant sound.

Lin Yu couldn’t help but sigh, “Living in a Seaside Villa is also quite nice. Why don’t we live on both sides in the future?”

Ye Xingchen gently wrapped his arms around Lin Yu’s waist from behind, resting his chin on his shoulder, and said gently, “Okay, I’ll listen to you.”

Lin Yu felt the warmth coming from behind, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, enjoying this peaceful and beautiful moment.

After a while, Ye Xingchen let go of Lin Yu, walked to the piano, and slowly sat down, his fingers gently resting on the keys, as if thinking about the piece to play.

Lin Yu found a comfortable place to sit, his eyes gazing tenderly at Ye Xingchen, his face full of anticipation.